Tag Archives: flooring
Kitchen Renovation Flooring
I spoke with Matt Robinson, Flooring Expert, from Monarch Floor and Window Coverings to see what an expert had to say about the question of functionality and use versus continuity for someone currently considering a Kitchen Renovation. Read More
FSC Wood Flooring
What does FSC mean: FSC stands for Forest Stewardship Council. This council is a non-profit organization that sets standards to ensure forestry is practiced in an environmentally responsible and socially beneficial manner. If a wood product is labeled as “FSC Certified,” it means that the wood itself and the manufacturer of the product met the … Read More
Underlayment & Subfloors
For any floor, we cannot stress enough the importance of underlayments & subfloors. Underlayments sit between the structural subfloor of the actual foundation and the flooring materials. The subfloor provides structural/foundational support. The underlayment absorb the roughness/imperfections of subfloors so you have a smooth, solid surface to give your flooring materials the extra support it … Read More
Choosing the perfect floor
Selecting flooring that is durable, attractive, easy to maintain and healthy can be overwhelming because of the plethora of choices now available in the marketplace. When choosing new flooring, consider the area where the new floor is to be installed, and the type of wear it will be subject to. Flooring covers a large surface … Read More
Environmentally-Friendly Carpet
Allergies are on the rise and exposure to synthetic materials are often considered to be the cause. Wool fibres are too long and too course to be inhaled and, being a natural fibre, won’t give off harmful emissions. Wool has a breathable fibre structure that does not promote the growth of bacteria or dust mites. … Read More
Countertop & Flooring Resurfacing
Real stone is striking, but can be expensive and finicky to live with. It requires regular sealing. It can be brittle, porous, stainable, expensive to repair, hard on dishes, and don’t forget the seams! Manufactured quartz surfaces are less fragile and porous but is very expensive (over $100/ Sq. Ft.). We recommend Granicrete as a … Read More
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